Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes 2600 box art

Atari 2600 · Action

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes

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SystemAtari 2600
Released1983
GenreAction
DeveloperFox Video Games
PublisherFox Video Games
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Fox Video Games, Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes arrived on the Atari 2600 in 1983 as an action game.

It landed about 6 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1983 include Mario Bros., E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Halloween.

Fox Video Games also made Alien, Bank Heist and M*A*S*H for the 2600.

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the 2600 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes gameplay screenshot on 2600
In-game screenshot (2600)

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes walkthroughs & guides

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Playing 2600 games today

Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes FAQ

When did Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes come out on the 2600?

Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes was released for the Atari 2600 in 1983.

Who made Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes?

It was developed by Fox Video Games.

Is Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes multiplayer?

No. Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes is a single-player game.

How long does Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes take to play?

As an action game, Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Revenge of the Beefsteak Tomatoes on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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